Santa Barbara Bankruptcy Lawyer

Santa Barbara and Ventura Foreclosure Attorney

Dennis SheaIf you are struggling to meet your financial obligations and have considered personal bankruptcy as a way to get a fresh financial start, you want to meet with a knowledgeable and experienced lawyer, so that you understand all your options and get the relief you need. The bankruptcy laws have changed. You want an attorney who knows the law and process, who regularly helps others in circumstances like yours.

At the law office of Dennis J. Shea, I bring more than 25 years of experience to individuals throughout Santa Barbara and the surrounding communities. Since 1993, I have worked as a sole practitioner, building a successful practice on a commitment to personal service and attention. When you hire me to help you with a bankruptcy filing, you will work directly with me throughout the process. I will work hard to provide the information and advice you need to make intelligent decisions that are in your best interests.

To set up a free phone consultation, contact my office online or call me at 805-284-9703.

My Practice

I provide comprehensive counsel to individuals who seek advice and counsel on matters involving:

  • Consumer bankruptcy filings — I will help you evaluate your options in bankruptcy, whether you seek to permanently discharge debts under Chapter 7 or to reorganize your obligations under Chapter 13. I will help you stop creditor harassment, including home foreclosure proceedings, through a personal bankruptcy filing. I can also help you discharge personal income taxes in bankruptcy.
  • Real estate issues — I handle all matters related to a residential or commercial real estate transaction, from the negotiation of terms to the closing. I also represent clients in real estate litigation. To learn more, see my real estate page.
  • Estate and probate concerns — I will assist you with the preparation of a will or living trust, and will protect your rights if disputes arise during the administration of an estate or trust. See my page on will contests and trust disputes for more information.

I also handle civil litigation, from trial to appeals, representing my own clients or working with other lawyers to prepare motions, briefs or other documents.

Contact Attorney Dennis J. Shea

For a free phone consultation with an experienced Santa Barbara bankruptcy attorney, contact my office by e-mail or call me at 805-284-9703. I am available evenings or weekends by request. My office is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, California.

Se habla español. Llame mi oficina para obtenir ayuda de abagado en conneccion con bancarrota o foreclosure.

We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.


At the law office of Dennis J. Shea, in Santa Barbara, California, I represent people in Santa Barbara County, Ventura County and San Luis Obispo County, including Goleta, Ventura, Oxnard, Lompoc, Santa Maria, Carpinteria, Ojai, Camarillo, Buellton, Solvang and Santa Paula.

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